The June 2008 issue of Social Psychology includes a study concerning men and women whose self-esteem is linked to being in a relationship. Relationship contingency – when self-esteem is derived from romantic relationships – was tied to shame about appearance for both men and women. Personal body shame predicted greater concern about the appearance of one’s mate.

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